>>...flick an inch or so of bees off with each short stroke, working your way to the other end bar. >>....I've tried brisk flicking with a nylon brush. Definitely a slow process. I also don't like using a brush unless I have to, and then a flick/sweep upwards is more effective-- they jump right off. (another use of old rule "bees move up" or... wouldn't you take-off upwards not downwards if you had wings?) --------------------------------- Yahoo! Mail Use Photomail to share photos without annoying attachments. -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l for rules, FAQ and other info ---